Oman
Prime Minister Modi's Strategic 3-Nation Tour to Strengthen Bilateral Relations with Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman
Dec 12, 2025 02:06 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to undertake a four-day diplomatic mission to Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman from December 15-18. This strategic visit coincides with significant diplomatic milestones, including the 75th anniversary of India-Jordan relations and 70 years of India-Oman diplomatic ties. The tour aims to strengthen bilateral partnerships in trade, defense, security, and cultural exchanges while addressing regional and global concerns of mutual interest.
Ancient Ethiopian Volcano Erupts After 10,000 Years: Massive Ash Cloud Impacts Regional Communities
Nov 25, 2025 12:30 am CST
A long-dormant volcano in Ethiopia's Afar region erupted after approximately 10,000 years of inactivity, sending massive ash clouds across the Red Sea toward Yemen and Oman. While no human casualties were reported, the Hayli Gubbi volcano's eruption has covered nearby villages in ash, threatening livestock food sources and stranding tourists in the Danakil desert area. Local authorities continue to monitor the situation as communities cope with this unexpected natural disaster.
Google Builds New Data Hub on Christmas Island to Strengthen Internet Resilience in the Indian Ocean Region
Nov 18, 2025 01:39 pm CST
Google is establishing a data hub on Australia's Christmas Island with plans for subsea cable connections to the Maldives and Oman, enhancing internet infrastructure resilience in the Indian Ocean Region. The project has addressed local power supply concerns and may accelerate the island's transition to renewable energy, bringing economic benefits to this remote location with a history of boom-bust cycles.